John Swinney, the new Scottish first minister, has been a long-term champion of the social enterprise sector. This week’s view from the Pioneers Post newsroom.
Scotland’s new Ventures Lab will step up social enterprise support, as minister highlights country’s ambitions towards achieving a ‘wellbeing economy’.
It’s a highly valued asset in the workplace – and one of seven skills every social entrepreneur needs in order to survive. Expert guidance on developing the mindset and skills to become a critical thinker, making you a better leader.
PLUS: Generation Investment raises $1bn to invest in “sustainability revolution”, SIS Ventures makes first equity investment, North East Social Investment Fund invests £700k in employability and education, and more.
“This is the moment for social enterprise in Scotland to cement its place as a world leader," says Scottish communities minister at CEIS Glasgow conference.
With more than 200 delegates from three continents gathering in Inverness next week, we look at the importance of social enterprise in supporting rural communities to thrive.
